Markings on Tool
The following pictograms are shown on the tool:
Read instruction manual before use.
DATE CODE POSITION (FIG. A)
The Date Code (10), which also includes the year of
manufacture, is printed into the housing.
Example:
2012 XX XX
Year of Manufacture
Package Contents
The package contains:
1 Palm grip sander
1 Dustbag
1 Dust extraction adapter
1 Sheet of sanding paper
1 Instruction manual
1 Exploded drawing
• Check for damage to the tool, parts or
accessories which may have occurred during
transport.
• Take the time to thoroughly read and
understand this manual prior to operation.
Description (fi g. A)
WARNING: Never modify the power
tool or any part of it. Damage or
personal injury could result.
1. On/off switch
2. Dust extraction outlet
3. Sanding pad
4. Sanding sheet clamp knob
INTENDED USE
Your palm grip sander D26441 has been designed
for sanding of wood, metal and plastics in a
professional environment.
DO NOT use under wet conditions or in presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
This sander is a professional power tool.
DO NOT let children come into contact with the
tool. Supervision is required when inexperienced
operators use this tool.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) suffering from diminished
physical, sensory or mental abilities; lack of
experience, knowledge or skills unless they are
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should never be left alone with
this product.
Electrical Safety
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
Your D
WALT tool is double insulated in
E
accordance with EN 60745; therefore no
earth wire is required.
WARNING: 115 V units have to
be operated via a fail-safe isolating
transformer with an earth screen
between the primary and secondary
winding.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a specially prepared cord available through the
D
WALT service organisation.
E
Mains Plug Replacement
(U.K. & Ireland Only)
If a new mains plug needs to be fitted:
• Safely dispose of the old plug.
• Connect the brown lead to the live terminal in
the plug.
• Connect the blue lead to the neutral terminal.
WARNING: No connection is to be
made to the earth terminal.
Follow the fitting instructions supplied with good
quality plugs. Recommended fuse: 13 A.
Using an Extension Cable
If an extension cable is required, use an approved
3–core extension cable suitable for the power input
of this tool (see Technical Data).The minimum
conductor size is 1.5 mm
2
; the maximum length
is 30 m.
When using a cable reel, always unwind the cable
completely.
EN GL IS H
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